This week's meal includes Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork on a homemade Hawaiian bun, Broccoli and Raisin Salad, and Banana Pudding. This meal is the perfect way to kick of summer!

I make my pulled pork in a dutch oven, and I braise it with my favorite BBQ sauce and Dr. Pepper. Yep, you read that correctly, Dr. Pepper. The sugar and the spices from the soda create a beautifully seasoned and moist pork shoulder. My pulled pork started from Ree Drummond's recipe, and I've modified it slightly over time. The meat sits on top of a homemade Hawaiian bun, making this sandwich extra special.

The Broccoli and Raisin Salad is one of my favorite picnic midwest salads. It's broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and bacon. The dressing is mayo-based and a little tangy, and very sweet. I red onion into the dressing. It's sweet, salty, spicy, crunchy, and chewy. You can't get enough!

Banana pudding has quickly become a favorite. I make my vanilla pudding from scratch, so it's extra special. All the flavors soak into one another for a dessert like no other.

I hope you enjoy this week's meal as much as I do!